This forum looks like a great place to get suggestions for the party I am planning. I want to have a Hobbit-inspired party at the movie theater around 10 pm on Thurs. 12-13-12. 2 hours prior to the midnight show.

Please give me ideas on what you would consider a great party. Here is my current plan.

Tickets will cost $49 and include a ticket to see the movie, unlimited food and drinks, a costume contest, valuable Hobbit/Tolkien merchandise or memorabilia, and the chance to win a trip to the 2013 Tolkien conference at Valparaiso University called "Celebrating The Hobbit." A random drawing will take place to win the trip.

Do you think the elements of the party are worth $49? Please share your ideas on what components you would have at a similar party.

Winning the trip means transportation money to get there, money for the hotel, and registration for the conference. Total value $1,500. I have recruited a bunch of people to help me in different cities. The theaters will be all formats, HFR3D, 3D, and 2D. We can't get an IMAX screen for the party. I think the cool thing is everyone will go right in for the party and not wait in the long line. Eat, drink, then sit down and watch the film.